Deutschlandstipendium at OTH Amberg-Weiden
by OTH Amberg-Weiden (with BMFTR and private sponsors)
Stipend
EUR 300 per month
Duration
One year (two semesters), renewable up to standard period of study
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
1 July - 9 August 2026 for funding year 2026/27 (first-semester bachelor applicants: 28 September - 8 October 2026)
Overview
National merit scholarship awarded annually by OTH Amberg-Weiden together with private sponsors, companies and foundations; half funded by the Federal Ministry (BMFTR/BMBF), half by private donors. Supports high-achieving enrolled students; selection by a university committee considers grades plus voluntary engagement and personal circumstances. About 52-53 scholarships are awarded per funding year. Applicants must have a weighted average grade of 2.0 or better after deductions (deductions possible for volunteering, first-in-family status, migration background, illness/caring responsibilities).
Provider
OTH Amberg-Weiden (with BMFTR and private sponsors)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None stated (open to enrolled students of the university)
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 300 per month
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled at OTH Amberg-Weiden within standard period of study (up to 7th semester bachelor / 3rd semester master)
- average grade 2.0 or better after criteria deductions
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- monthly stipend
How to Apply
Check Eligibility
Verify you meet the nationality, degree level, academic, and language requirements listed above.
Prepare Documents
Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, letters of recommendation, language certificates, and motivation letter.
Find a Programme
Identify the German university and programme you want to study. Some scholarships require university admission before applying.
Submit Application
Apply through the official application portal before the deadline. Upload all required documents as PDFs.
Interview & Selection
If shortlisted, attend an interview (may be online). Selection committees assess academic merit, motivation, and fit.
Receive Decision
Scholarship decisions typically arrive 3-6 months after the deadline. If awarded, complete visa and enrolment procedures.
Application Document Checklist
- Completed application form
- Curriculum vitae (CV / resume)
- Motivation letter / statement of purpose
- Bachelor's or Master's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts with grades
- Language proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, TestDaF, or DSH)
- Letter(s) of recommendation from university professors
- Valid passport copy
- Passport-sized photograph
- University admission letter (if already accepted)
Note: Exact document requirements vary. Always check the official scholarship page for the definitive list.
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Quick Facts
- Amount
- EUR 300 per month
- Duration
- One year (two semesters), renewable up to standard period of study
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- 1 July - 9 August 2026 for funding year 2026/27 (first-semester bachelor applicants: 28 September - 8 October 2026)
- Who Can Apply
- None stated (open to enrolled students of the university)
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium at OTH Amberg-Weiden
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